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Verizon unveils new tiered data plans; keeps unlimited plan

We were afraid that when Verizon announced its shift to tiered data pricing, it would do away with its unlimited option, much like AT&T did. Not so, as Verizon’s new tiered data plans suggest. Unlimited 3G smartphone data is still available for $29.99, but it’s no longer required when purchasing a new smartphone. You can now opt for a cheaper …

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With Internet TV, cable wins even if it loses

Americans, little by little, are cutting the proverbial cord on cable television. But that doesn’t mean they’re breaking up with their cable companies. In addition to controlling most of the paid TV market in the U.S., cable companies are also poised to dominate the broadband market. This means that even when people drop their pricey cable TV packages, they’re still …

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